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By the Patriot Watch Desk
Published August 1, 2026 at 9:39 AM ET · Updated August 1, 2026 at 10:06 AM ET

Trump administration appeals ruling that blocks the anti-weaponization fund

2 independent outlets are covering this story. Verification: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets. Patriot Watch links to original reporting; we don't republish it.

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What we know

The Trump administration is appealing a court ruling that blocked an anti-weaponization fund tied to an IRS lawsuit. Trump has indicated he will continue pushing for the fund even if Blanche is not confirmed.

Patriot Watch first flagged this story 1 hr ago, when CBS News reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from Washington Examiner. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.

Conservative & independent coverage (1)

Washington Examiner 1 hr ago
Trump appeals IRS lawsuit ruling blocking ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Wire & mainstream coverage (1)

CBS News 1 hr ago
Trump will push for "anti-weaponization fund" if Blanche not confirmed, he says

Coverage timeline

Aug 1, 9:39 AM ET
1 hr ago
CBS News
Trump will push for "anti-weaponization fund" if Blanche not confirmed, he says
Aug 1, 9:51 AM ET
1 hr ago
Washington Examiner
Trump appeals IRS lawsuit ruling blocking ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
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